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Above and beyond and back again.

The Asolo Khumbu GV Backpacking Boot offers trail-proven Gore-Tex waterproof Performance Comfort and a durable suede upper ideal for long backpacking trips when you're carrying medium to heavy loads and support and comfort is a must.

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First impressions have been great

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Fit:
True to size

Have only had these for a few weeks now. I recently returned my old Asolo Fugitives that I picked up at REI for a full refund that went straight to these Khumbu's on sale and I am stoked on the upgrade. I absolutely loved my Fugitives, and the Khumbu's seem to be even better. I returned the Fugitives as the outer seam was coming apart on both boots after 3 years. I'm hoping with the different stitch pattern on the Khumbu this won't be an issue again.

So far I've just been breaking them in on a few short hikes and around town. There has been no discomfort breaking them in. They have more cushion than my Fugitives did, the full Vibram sole is fantastic, and they have passed initial waterproof testing (see picture above).

I can't say too much more about them yet as I haven't given them a serious trial. Once I feel like I've put them through the wringer I'll write a more detailed review, but my first impressions are that these boots are about as good as it gets!

You wore a pair of hiking boots for three years, loved them, and then went and got a full refund when they basically wore out? Man, I dunno. That's gotta be bad Karma. If REI does away with their awesome policy we'll be sure and thank you for contributing. I go through at least one pair of hiking boots a year, sometimes two pair.

Feel free to judge if you want to man, but I in no way feel guilty over it. I pay top dollar for gear if it's quality and if it comes with a warranty. When I purchased the boots the warranty was a stressed selling point from the REI salesmen. Before returning them I called customer service and explained the situation, stating that I realized Asolo only has a 2 year warranty, but they still told me to send them back in using the REI lifetime warranty for the refund. Everyone that asks me about my new boots (and everyone that reads this review online) hears my story about their outstanding warranty program which brings more sales into REI, which is arguably a greater value to the company than my refund. I didn't take advantage of the program, I just used it as instructed by REI customer service. If someday they do away with their policy I doubt it will be because of loyal customers such as myself, but because of those out there actually looking to "scam" by returning products they didn't even purchase at REI. Personally, I think my karma points are just fine, and as a broke ski bum I do not have the kind of budget for two pairs of hiking boots a year. Really, two pairs a year?! Get a pair of Asolo's and get them from REI with a warranty!

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The best

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Fit:
True to size

I love these boot right out of the box I took them on a 3 day backpack trip that was super technical. They did amazing I can never say enough good things about Asolo boot. This is my second pair of Asolo backpacking boots. If you have never owned a pair of Asolo boot you are really missing out.

Comment on Jeff Morrow's review »

Right out of the box!

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Fit:
True to size

I was in the market for a new all round hiking boot to use for long treks and approach portion's of my climbs. I have used other top brands and decided to give these Asolo's a try...........WOW glad I did. I used them for a training hike on Camelback in AZ and they felt fantastic right to of the box and still feel great today. Looking forward to using them on Kilimanjaro in December. Thanks to the GREAT STAFF at Backcountry, you guys and gals ROCK!!!!

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I am considering the khumbu gv. I have...

I am considering the khumbu gv. I have been using Meindl Alaskan hunter for many years. They are a very stiff soled boot. I will be using for back pack hunting. Do you think these can handle 120lbs loads for 12mi days?

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Fits Like A Glove!

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:
True to size

After wearing these to work for about a week I made a bold move and laced them up for a 34 mile weekend. These boots did not disappoint. Kept my feet nice and dry as we hiked down to Union Falls (18 miles round trip in Yellowstone National Park), which was extremely swampy at the bottom. The boot stays tight, I never had to stop and re-tie them. The soles grip anything and the anti-shock mid-sole is a definite savior after miles down the trail. Going down the 7 mile hole trail in the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, which is steep and loose gravel, I had sure footing the whole way in . This is my 3rd pair of Asolo boots and again they have impressed me.